Tom Maloney has left JLL after 18 years to rejoin Cushman & Wakefield in a newly created role as chair of occupier advisory services. The move marks a significant leadership shift in the commercial real estate sector, with Maloney taking on a mentorship position focused on developing talent within C&W's occupier advisory team.
Maloney's 22-year history with Cushman & Wakefield before joining JLL positions him as a veteran in the commercial real estate market. His return underscores the firm's commitment to strengthening its advisory services and investing in leadership development. The newly created chair position reflects C&W's strategy to elevate its occupier services division at a time when corporate tenants increasingly demand specialized guidance on workplace strategy and real estate decisions.
The appointment signals confidence in Maloney's ability to guide the next generation of advisors. His experience navigating market cycles across two major firms makes him valuable for coaching teams through shifting tenant demands and evolving workplace trends. The timing reflects broader industry competition for experienced talent as firms vie for dominance in the occupier advisory space.